We gather,
our different paths entwined,
to deepen our spiritual lives:
nourishing connection,
learning from each other,
caring for each other,
tending to our world.
AMV is a local, grassroots, nonviolent, inclusive, civil, immigrant and human rights organization. AMV hosts open houses, peace picnics and peace conventions annually to unite neighbors and strangers alike, including the popular EID celebrations. They also provide … read more.
Help our youth grow with courage and care! Train as an Our Whole Lives (OWL) facilitator for Grades 7–9 and 10–12 And you’ll also be certified to teach the younger levels (K–1 and 4–6). Become a trusted guide for conversations about values, identity, and healthy … read more.
At our June 1 congregational meeting, the UUCPA congregation resoundingly voted yes to call Reverend Catherine Boyle to continue as Assistant Minister of Religious Education. Rev. Cat accepted our call and sent this message:
Thank you—truly—for the joy and honor of calling me as your Minister … read more.
Two years ago, having read the report of the state task force on the lasting effects of anti-Black discrimination and its recommendations for reparations, UUCPA’s Dismantling White Supremacy group decided to keep an eye on the subsequent legislation, especially any bills seeking to redress discrimination … read more.
UUs of color: Diverse & Revolutionary Unitarian Universalist Ministries, California, welcomes you
A message from Rev. Kevin Alan Mann, convener of DRUUMM CA:
bell hooks said, “Beloved community is formed not by the eradication of difference but by its affirmation, by each of us claiming the identities … read more.
The next session of the Dismantling White Supremacy group has been moved from Tuesday, October 24 to Tuesday, November 14, 7:15-8:45 on Zoom. Since Thanksgiving is right around the corner, in this session we will explore the roots of the Doctrine of Discovery** and how it continues to affect indigenous people up to today. We will also talk about what really happened at the “original Thanksgiving dinner” and what we can do to recognize the true history when we gather this year with our families and friends.
** The Doctrine of Discovery is the papally-blessed rationale that Europeans used to justify their exploitation of indigenous peoples.
If you would like to attend this session and are not subscribed to the email list, please email dismantlingwhitesupremacy+subscribe@uucpa.org. Zoom information for the session will be sent to this list prior to November 14. We welcome new attendees at any time!
Please note this letter contains a content warning: abuse.
Recently UUCPA learned that a musician who has performed in worship services, is a convicted sex offender with a victim that was a minor. The victim was not a member of the church and the … read more.
We still have some spots open for middle-schoolers who want to work on rockets with Randy Helmonds. If you are interested, please inquire with Reverend Cat (revcat@uucpa.org)